Laker Lines for Students, Monday, Jan. 30, 2012

AnnouncementsVolunteers Needed For Ruffin Reading Bowl
To help with the upcoming (Saturday, Feb. 4) Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl on campus, Clayton State Dean of Libraries Dr. Gordon Baker has called for 60 volunteers from Clayton State to serve as readers, score keepers, and other general volunteers. There will be training sessions for volunteers on Friday, Feb. 3, at 4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 4, at 8 a.m. Additional online training is also available at: http://www.dekalb.k12.ga.us/hrrb/files/156A4B171A794D62AA7ED93F5546B2B2.pdf.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Baker at (678) 466-4334 or gordonbaker@clayton.edu.
Clayton State Walkie Talkies
Clayton State now has a walking group, founded through the Wellness Council and known as the “Walkie Talkies.” There are a dozen or so active members thus far, with some 60 additional people having expressing interest, participating sporadically, or requesting to be on the distribution list.
The Walkie Talkies walk each Monday, Wednesday and Friday, leaving the Baker Center outside the entrance nearest to Jazzman’s at 12:10 p.m. sharp.
Financial Aid Closed, Feb. 22 and Feb. 23
The Financial Aid office will be closed on Wednesday, Feb. 22., and Thursday, Feb. 23, for staff training.
This WeekMen’s Basketball vs. Coastal Georgia, Feb. 1
The Lakers will host Coastal Georgia College in the Athletics & Fitness Center for a 7:30 p.m. game on Wednesday, Feb. 1.
Career Services Graduate School Workshop, Feb. 2
Should you consider graduate school? How do you find the right program? What is involved with applying to graduate school? When should you start? What do they mean by GRE, CV, and personal statement? Students can learn answers to these and other questions by participating in the Graduate School Workshop.
Students must RSVP through Laker CareerZone to attend these sessions, Thursday, Feb. 2, in room UC272 of the Baker Center. There are two sessions, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Seminar on Trade with China/Chinese New Year Event, Feb. 2
As president of the World Trade Center Atlanta, Clayton State Director of International Programs John Parkerson is offering a Feb. 2 seminar on bi-lateral trade with China (from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.) free of charge to any Clayton State students or faculty who want to gain insights into doing business in China.
Interested persons also are invited to remain for the evening “Chinese New Year Event” at $25 price, also noted at http://www.globalatlanta.com/article/25310/.
Event: “Seminar on Bi-Lateral Trade with China”
Date: Feb. 2
Time: 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Venue: WTC Atlanta Prague and Beijing Rooms
Price: $25 for WTC Atlanta members/$35 for non-members
Sponsors: Ackerman & CO/WTC Savannah/ACP/GSU Confucius Institute
Event: “Chinese New Year Event”
Date: Feb. 2
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Venue: WTC Atlanta Restaurant
Price: $25 –WTC Atlanta members (one drink, light appetizers, parking, door prizes)
$35 for non-members
Anyone who is interested should contact Parkerson at johnparkerson@clayton.edu, and he will facilitate seminar registration.
Clayton State Alumni Association to Sponsor Trip to Highlight Factory, Feb. 4
Clayton State alumni and friends, it’s time for a trip to the “Highlight Factory.”
The “Highlight Factory” is the home of the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks, and the Alumni Association, in conjunction with the Department of Recreation and Wellness, is planning a trip to Philips Arena on Saturday, Feb. 4.
The event is open to alumni, students, faculty/staff, retirees and friends of the University.
The Hawks will face the Philadelphia 76ers in the contest, with the game tipping off at 7 p.m. After the game, Clayton State’s intramural club basketball team will hit the floor and face off against a club team from Georgia Gwinnett University.
Tickets for the game are $12 apiece, which is $3 off the regular price. Dues-paying alumni members receive an even better discount and can purchase a single ticket for $10. Tickets may be purchased online at www.clayton.edu/alumnigift.
For more information about the event or about purchasing tickets, please contact Gid Rowell, Clayton State director of Alumni Relations, at (678) 466-4477 or by email at gidrowell@clayton.edu.
Clayton State to Host Metro Atlanta Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl, Feb. 4
Clayton State University will be hosting more than 500 people for the Fourth Annual Metro Atlanta Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl Competition on Saturday, Feb. 4, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Helen Ruffin was a library media specialist who wanted to excite kids about reading. In response to her posting on the selection committee for DeKalb County Georgia’s Children Book Award Nominee program, she decided to engage students throughout the county in a regional reading bowl. For more information on the competition please visit http://www.dekalb.k12.ga.us/hrrb/.
To help with the Reading Bowl, Clayton State Dean of Libraries Dr. Gordon Baker has called for 60 volunteers from the Clayton State campus to serve as readers, score keepers, and other general volunteers. There will be training sessions for volunteers on Friday, Feb. 3, at 4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 4, at 8 a.m. Additional online training is also available at: http://www.dekalb.k12.ga.us/hrrb/files/156A4B171A794D62AA7ED93F5546B2B2.pdf.
For more information on Clayton State’s hosting the Reading Bowl, contact Baker at (678) 466-4334 or gordonbaker@clayton.edu.
Swim (Snorkel) with the Sharks, Feb. 4
The Department of Recreation & Wellness is pleased to announce its next outdoor adventure experience where you will tour the largest aquarium in the world! As a main event you will experience swimming with a variety of marine creatures including the largest fish on earth, the whale shark. Experienced divers will take us on a snorkeling tour. The only other place on earth to take part in an activity like this is the ocean and you aren’t even guaranteed to see a whale shark.
Event: Snorkeling
Where: Atlanta Aquarium, GA
When: Saturday, Feb. 4
Student Cost: $100
Limit: 7 – Spots are limited so sign up today!
For more information please contact: Nick Kilburg, assistant director of Recreation and Wellness, Outdoor Adventures, (678) 466-4972, nicholaskilburg@clayton.edu.
Upcoming EventsThe Loch Shop Spring Spirit Photo Contest
Email The Loch Shop your best Clayton State Spirit Photo and we will post it on our Facebook page. The photo with the most “Likes” will win a FREE Clayton State shirt! Get all of your friends and family to “like” our page and “like” your photo to win!
Email us your spirit photo at: lochshop@clayton.edu.
The contest will run from Feb. 1 through Feb. 29 (you get an extra day for Leap Year). Photos must be appropriate for all audiences: no nudity, no inappropriate hand gestures. There can only be one submission per person/group, photo must be saved as a JPEG document.
Enrollment Management Division to Host “Care & Majors” Fair, Feb. 9
The Clayton State University Enrollment Management Division will host a “Care & Majors” Fair on Thursday, Feb. 9, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., on Main Street on the second floor of the James M. Baker University Center.
The purpose of the fair is for students to rediscover campus programs and services that support their success. The fair will also help students reflect on their college goals, and motivate them to be proactive about college success and help see how much the campus cares about their achievements.
Clayton State students will get the opportunity to:

Learn about programs and services that support academic success

Declare or change their academic major of study

Schedule appointments with advisors, tutors or counselors

Explore Study Abroad options

Speak with Financial Aid representatives

Visit The HUB, Library, University Health Services, The Writer’s Studio and a few surprise booths

Enter a drawing for door prizes and enjoy free hot chocolate

Fifth Annual Gospel Explosion, Feb. 12
Appointed Generation, Clayton State's Gospel Choir, presents… “WOW: Women of Worship,” Clayton State’s Fifth Annual Black History Month Gospel Explosion.
“WOW” will be held on Sunday, Feb. 12, at 5 p.m. in the Clayton State Student Activity Center Ballroom. Admission is free.
“WOW” will feature Kelli Ellis, CelinaSoulDivine, Shalindria & Co., and special guest — All Nations Life and Praise Church Choir, regional winner of the 2011 How Sweet the Sound Choir Competition.
Clayton State Plans for Homecoming 2012
Clayton State University students, faculty/staff, alumni and friends … mark your calendar, Homecoming 2012 is right around the corner.
Clayton State will celebrate Homecoming Week from Monday, Feb. 13 through Saturday, Feb.18. The Lakers will face in-state rival Columbus State in the Saturday Homecoming basketball contests with the women’s game at 5:30 p.m. and the men’s game at 7:30 p.m.
In the spirit of Clayton State’s new strategic planning efforts, this year’s Homecoming theme will be, “Beyond Your Imagination … Clayton State Homecoming 2012.”
Clayton State Director of Alumni Relations Gid Rowell has announced that the official Homecoming website is now live. For all Homecoming information, including applications for Homecoming King and Queen, go to: http://adminservices.clayton.edu/homecoming/.
In addition to the basketball games, a number of activities are planned for Homecoming Day. Saturday will kick-off with a Homecoming 5K Road Race at 9 a.m., followed by the annual Alumni Breakfast. Later in the afternoon, leading into the games, there will be a tailgate and spirit rally.
Clayton State will crown its 2012 Homecoming Queen and King at halftime of the men’s basketball game. Last year, Kearia Smith, of Waynesboro, and Rico Lee, of Wrens, received the honors. After the games, the Student Government Association will be sponsoring a Homecoming Dance.
King and Queen applications will also be available from the Student Activities Center, the University Center Information Desk, or the Campus Life website, http://adminservices.clayton.edu/campuslife/.
On Monday, Feb. 13, Homecoming will kick off with a first-time event, allowing students to show-off their talents in the Clayton State Idol competition. The event, sponsored by Orientation and New Student Programs, will begin at 7 p.m., and be held in Student Activities Center (SAC) Ballroom.
Students will have the opportunity to take their sweetheart to a Homecoming event on Tuesday, Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day, as the Campus Event Council will host Ice Skating on the SAC Green at 6 p.m.
On Wednesday, Feb. 15, the Alumni Association will host the Harlem Ambassadors basketball show/game. The event will be open to all the campus community and the public. Tip-off for the fun-filled entertainment will begin at 7 p.m., in the Athletics & Fitness Center.
Clayton State’s Student Media will once again host the Student Choice Awards on Thursday evening, Feb. 16, recognizing the campus community with awards. Earlier that day, the Alumni Association will have an alumni book signing in The Loch Shop, beginning at 11 a.m.
Friday will be an exciting day on campus with a noon Pep Rally in the University Center. Clayton State cheerleaders will lead the way and the Homecoming Court and basketball teams will be in attendance, along with some surprise appearances. The Fraternity and Sorority Council will host a Homecoming Party on Friday at 10 p.m. in the SAC.
Harlem Ambassadors to Perform at Clayton State, Feb. 15
The internationally-acclaimed Harlem Ambassadors are coming to Clayton State University.
The University will welcome Harlem’s “other” basketball entertainment show to the University’s Athletics & Fitness Center on Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 7 p.m. The show, sponsored by the Clayton State Alumni Association, will be part of the University’s Homecoming festivities, which run from Feb. 13 to Feb. 18.
“Our Alumni Association wanted to provide an event for all ages that would be fun for the entire Clayton State and surrounding community to attend,” says Clayton State Alumni Association President Ben Hopkins. “It will be a lot of fun, and proceeds from the event will benefit our Benita H. Moore Scholarship.”
A spin-off of the Harlem Globetrotters, the Ambassadors offer a similar basketball show for all ages. The Ambassadors offer a unique brand of Harlem-style basketball, featuring high-flying slam dunks, dazzling ball-handling tricks and hilarious comedy routines.
“At our shows, we want the kids to know that they’re part of our team too,” Coach Ladè Majic says. “We invite as many kids as we can to come sit on the bench, have a front row seat during the show, and get involved in all of the fun stuff we do.”
General admission tickets for the show are $5 in advance and $7 at the door. Children under the age of six are admitted free. Group tickets will also be available at a special rate.
“Run Clayton State” 5K Run/Walk to be Held at University’s Homecoming, Feb. 18
The Clayton State University Alumni Association and the Atlanta Southside Runners will team up on Saturday, Feb. 18 for the first time for a 5K Run/Walk, “Run Clayton State.”
The race, which will be held on the University’s campus and surrounding neighborhood, will be part of Clayton State’s Homecoming festivities that same day.
Registration for the race will begin at 7:45 a.m. on the Clayton State campus, with the race beginning at 9 a.m. Cost for participants will be $15 before Feb. 10, $20 for participants after Feb. 10, and $25 on race day. Family rates will also be available for runners of three or more.
All runners will receive a T-shirt and age group winners will be recognized with awards. A special grand prize will be awarded to the top female and male winners. The event will also include breakfast after the race along with sponsor gifts.
Proceeds from the race will benefit two worthy fundraising efforts. A portion of the funds will support the Clayton State Alumni Association scholarship program, and a portion will be donated to the Zac Bradley Benefit Fund. Bradley, a member of the Clayton State men’s basketball team, was partial paralyzed last spring when a tree fell on his car during a storm and the proceeds will help cover incurred medical expenses.
Participants can register online at www.active.com or at www.clayton.edu/alumnigift. Downloadable registration forms can be accessed at www.revolutionrunning.net, www.rungeorgia.com or www.clayton.edu/homecoming.
National Archives at Atlanta African American Heritage Program, Feb. 18
The National Archives at Atlanta, 5780 Jonesboro Rd., Morrow, will feature its African American Heritage Program on Saturday, Feb. 18, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. All events and Activities are free and open to the public.
The program starts at 9 a.m., with “Are You Gullah Geechee?” a symposium sponsored by the Afro-American Historical & Genealogical Society’s Atlanta Chapter and featuring presentations by Dr. Mary B. Ziegler, Dr. D. L. Henderson, and the Gullah Geechee Shouters.
Advance registration is required for this program, which will run from 9 a.m. to noon. Please email gullahprogramatl@gmail.com.
From noon until 5 p.m., the Archives will hold “A Taste of Africa and America,” providing bite-sized samples of African-American cuisine, along with a viewing of Denise White Fields’ exhibit, “The Artifacts of Enslavement: The Shackles and Objects of Slavery.”
From 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., the Archives will host the Clayton County African American Arts and Heritage Festival with exhibits, historic photographs, storytelling and musical performances.
School of Nursing Schedules Two Pre-Nursing Information Sessions in February
Clayton StateUniversity’s School of Nursing (SoN) will be holding its latest IN! (Into Nursing) Pre-Nursing Information Sessions on Monday, Feb. 20, from 5 p.m. until 6 p.m., and Thursday, Feb. 23, from 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. The Monday session will be held in room B-11 of the Lecture Hall. The Thursday session will be in room UC272 of the James M. Baker University Center.
The purpose of the Into Nursinginformation sessions is to provide pre-nursing students with important information about resources that are available to help them plan for a career in nursing. Strategies will be discussed regarding how to successfully prepare yourself for the application process and how to be successful once you are admitted to a nursing program.
The informational sessions are conducted during the fall and spring semesters by Clayton State’s Nursing Workforce Diversity grant team and the advisors in the School of Nursing. These informational sessions will be open to high school students, university students, parents and university faculty and staff.